Container shipping Rotterdam to Mobile

Table of contents

• Shipment to harbor Mobile from Rotterdam (Netherlands)
• Tutorial: Export a container abroad in April 2024
• Select your container type
  • Explanation of the 20ft container
  • Explanation about a forty foot container
  • In which situations do I choose an FCL container?
  • Is Less than container (LCL) an option for you?
  • Special containers for special freight
• Overview with cargo types
• FAQ: current topics around international transport

Explanation of the 20 ft container

20 FT containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most versatile container type. It’s a very common and efficient size, which ensures low handling costs. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal effects or international movings. Pro tip: 1 TEU is equivalent to 1 20 feet long container.

• This box is often used for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
• A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
• The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
• You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.400 kilogram.

Information and benefits of 40ft container

The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. He can hold much more cargo. It is especially intended for shipping large volumes of cargo. Also, you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ variant. You have more height at your disposal. This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.

• Perfect for larger shipments.
• The format is almost always the same: 12.025m long x 2.352m wide x 2.393m high.
• 1 FEU fit up to 20 Standard Pallets, and 24 Euro Pallets.
• In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.000 kg.

What is the meaning of FCL container?

If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, it is best to book a full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). There is no need to share it with other shippers. There are many pluses: It allows for a faster transit time, less likely to damage your goods (as the container just contains your goods) and the rates are more favorable. There are also disadvantages: it is expensive for small loads and it is hard to book during peak season. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Antwerp to Mobile (USMOB) or Hamburg to Mobile (USMOB).

• The premise of FCL is that one single container is booked exclusively for the transportation of cargo.
• Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
• It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
• Available at: e.g. ONE, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, CMA CGM, COSCO.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of LCL containers?

When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, a shared container can be used. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). The goal of LCL is that you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. There are many benefits like: it’s perfect for shipping small loads, the handling and insurance costs are limited and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Worth mentioning: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, then you better go for FCL. The total costs are calculated based on number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.

• LCL means that your cargo is transported in a partial container.
• Cost effective for shipments between 1,5 m3 – 13,5 m3.
• Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
• Easier to book during peak season.
• Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, Evergreen, HMM, ZIM, POL.

Information about other types of containers

You can choose from many types of boxes for shipping your items. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. Special boxes are also being used for oils, onions, potatoes, vegetables or unique high value cargo. We explain everything below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Westport (NZWSZ), port of Apia (WSAPW), Bridgetown (BBBGI) harbor and terminal Mersin (TRMER).

Load types: What do you want to ship?

Shipping load by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Mobile (USMOB) has a lot of pluses: it is very efficient, it is effective for large quantities of goods and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Frequently chosen ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: break bulk, liquid bulk, containerized, roll on/roll off, neo bulk. Below we tell you everything about it.

• Car shipping: your vehicle (car/motorcycle) will be shipped safely and relatively cheaply.
• House Moving: choose reliable transport options for personal items (relocation).
• Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
• Liquid Bulk: e.g. gasoline, petroleum, chemicals, biofuels, diesel, kerosene.
• Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and sand, lumber, rods, cement.
• Roll on Roll off (RORO): a type of shipping that is used for transporting things such as vehicles.
• Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
• Retail & other: products like medical/pharmacy, sports equipment, electronic goods, art and antiques, clothes + food, machines, furniture, fashion, shoes.